Pentastichella chilensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
1536280
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) F. Lara, Garilleti & Draper
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Frontiers in Plant Science. 12(629035): 15. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019202
Common Names
- Pentastichella chilensis
- Chilensis Pentastichella
- Chilensis Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pentastichella chilensis (also called Pentastichella chilensis, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the temperate regions of South America. It is a small moss with a yellow-green color and a tufted growth habit. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pentastichella chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentastichella chilensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentastichella chilensis is a small, evergreen, perennial moss that is native to the Southern Hemisphere. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Pentastichella chilensis
Pentastichella chilensis is found in Chile.
Pentastichella chilensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentastichella chilensis?
Pentastichella chilensis
What type of plant is Pentastichella chilensis?
Pentastichella chilensis is a moss species.
Where is Pentastichella chilensis found?
Pentastichella chilensis is found in the Northern Hemisphere.
Species in the Pentastichella genus
Species in the Orthotrichaceae family
Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100516588: Based on data supplied by Bryonames